THE BIG DAY – Episode #305

August 30, 2007

After almost 9 months of waiting and watching that damn number behind Gary go down and down and down the countdown finally hits ZERO and Gary finally tells us what it’s all about!

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Black Pig AlbarinoSpanish Albarino

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September 1, 2007

Keith L
Gary, Fantastic!! I am in.

Ian, good luck as host as Gary moves on to wine making. Based on your intro, you will change the wine world too.
September 1, 2007

Grace
My friends and I were going to make Zin through Crushpad next fall. Now we have an even bigger reason to do it twice. Count me in!
September 1, 2007

Jay
Nice. I live in CA so I will be getting involved for sure.
September 1, 2007

Rich Davis
Most Excellent! Put me down for a couple of cases!
September 1, 2007

Christopher T
I think its awesome, I can most likely only afford 1 bottle…or maybe not if its $38. Well, whether I participate or not, I think its awesome!
September 1, 2007

shmunkie78
GARY THIS IS AWESOME!!! We’ll do all we can to be part of this process from Cleveland!!!
September 1, 2007

97brunello
Gary,

Do you know that you can do this much closer to home? I make wine every year at the Wine Room in Livingston. The wine is delicious and during blind tastings it has scored very highly.

Just a thought: why not spread the wealth and do this around the country?

James
September 1, 2007

fatdoi
the Nap Cab initiative sounds ok…. pity i’m in sydney……
September 1, 2007

Dom
Nice Gary………coubt me in Buddy!
August 31, 2007

hermitaged
So the announcement was killer – very exciting stuff. It’s kind of funny about the Food Network stuff because I always talk about how I can’t believe they don’t have any show dedicated to wine. They even have that Thirsty Traveler guy working on Iron Chef America, but still no dedicated wine show.

So how is this going to work now that you are getting into the wine making side of things – even without “scoring” the wines, it seems like it could still be seen as a conflict of interest.

One more thing – I agree on Albarino, but I sometimes wonder about Arinto out of Portugal. Kind of versatile like Albarino, although they are markedly different, but the wine seem able to fit into several situations.
August 31, 2007

fatherthechair
I’m in! A surprising, refreshing announcement, far from a disappointment. The food network thing would have been one though. I only watch TV on the internet now!
August 31, 2007

Byzandula
What fantastic news! I hope the price point will come in at a reasonable level considering the communal nature of this juice. If so, I’ll definitely be interested in purchasing a few bottles. I just wish I had the funds to fly out and enjoy the crafting experience (not to mention the final blend which would be a dream). Cheers!
August 31, 2007

joebot
Chateau Vayniac LOL ! sounds good! I’m in GA and wouldn’t be able to buy this I don’t think..?? But I wish you all the best in making this cab!!

Joe
August 31, 2007

wildebeest
Holy crap! You had me scared there for a minute! The opening, combined w/ your twitter message about buying facebook, had me thinking that Gary might actually be gone.

It’s good to see the tasting glass again.

I’ve got some Thundercats for you, and I’ll be sending them soon.

Wow! Thank you for choosing the west coast for this project. I hope I can make it to SF for some of it.
August 31, 2007

Len C
Nice!!! You are a true innovator. This should be an cool adventure.
August 31, 2007

JonE
Your using your connections, some that most of us will never have access to. And with this your sharing the wealth to an army of people very eager to play a part in something that would easily be out of reach. Thank you for the oppurtunity. Big ups G-Man!
August 31, 2007

pv
At first glance of the episode, i was ready to protest your replacement. I am relieved that it was a joke. i am anticipating a great announcement while i listen to this episode. I am enjoying the buildup….so far so good. I like the blending part, the community theme and wine party in SF. I’m signing up. See you in October. I cannot believe! Great idea!
August 31, 2007

justin
Sounds awsome
August 31, 2007

BobMac
Living in Napa, I’ll be close by and help in any way I can.
August 31, 2007

Johnny Jet
Unbelievable – You are really going to “change the wine world” aren’t you!!! See you in Napa!
August 31, 2007

OldmanW
Nevermind, just saw the link to the Vayniac cab in episode 306… $38. I may have to make it 1/2 case…My credit card just took a beating on a recent trip to OR wine country.
August 31, 2007

OldmanW
Gary,

Congrats! I’m sure the 500 cases will go fast, I’ll put in for at least a case. I’m not sure I can get out there for the crush or barrel tasting, but will definitely try and make the release party. Will be great to meet the other Vayniacs!

P.S. What’s the projected price range per bottle?
August 31, 2007

LurkerNoMore
Make the wine age-worthy!! I want to be able to open a bottle 15 years from now, once Chateau de Vaynerchuck has gained world renound, and say “I have the premier vintage”!!
August 31, 2007

SS Chris
#485

For clarification, that was a case of the 2007 Vayniac Cab

Also picked up a few of the Black Pig Albarino.
August 31, 2007

ToddE
I think this is a great idea can’t wait to get involved.